About this soil

Quality topsoil for lawns, gardens, and landscape projects. Nutrient rich and ready to support strong root development and healthy plant establishment.

I needed 3 yards of top soil and that's what I got! Right on time and right where I asked it to be placed (Order# 2041).

Calculate area first, then depth based on the job. Appleton top-dressing versus raised bed prep can differ by 10x in soil needs.
Use our free soil calculator

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 100-160 square feet at a 2-3 inch depth.

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 10 feet by 10 feet at a few inches deep.

Appleton Soil Delivery

Appleton Soil Delivery

4.7
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Regular price $69.00 per yard
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The best local soil, without the guesswork.

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About this soil

Quality topsoil for lawns, gardens, and landscape projects. Nutrient rich and ready to support strong root development and healthy plant establishment.

I needed 3 yards of top soil and that's what I got! Right on time and right where I asked it to be placed (Order# 2041).

Calculate area first, then depth based on the job. Appleton top-dressing versus raised bed prep can differ by 10x in soil needs.
Use our free soil calculator

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 100-160 square feet at a 2-3 inch depth.

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 10 feet by 10 feet at a few inches deep.

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How It Works

Getting started is easy — just follow these simple steps

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Choose your soil

Make sure you adjust the quantity to your home's needs. You can use our calculator to estimate how much you'll need.

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Select your delivery date

Select a delivery date you'd like for the product to be dropped off at your home

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Sit back and wait

Sit back, wait, and let us work our magic to make sure the highest quality product is delivered to your driveway.

What Appleton Customers Like About Our Soil

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Soil Types We Deliver in Appleton

Mulch Mound offers bulk topsoil by the yard in Appleton and carries a full range of soil products for lawns, gardens, and landscape projects throughout the area. From repairing thin lawn patches after a long Wisconsin winter to building raised beds from scratch, we match every order to the project at hand. Our soils are well-suited to the clay-heavy conditions found across northeastern Wisconsin, giving your plantings a strong start every season.

Top Soil

Available in screened or unscreened styles, this nutrient-rich topsoil is ideal for filling low spots, establishing new lawns, or building up garden beds. The screened option works best for fine grading and seeding, while unscreened suits bulk fill projects where texture matters less. A reliable choice for homes and landscapes across the region.

Gardening Blend

This premium blend combines topsoil and compost into a ready-to-plant mix suited for raised beds, new garden installations, and landscape borders. It performs well in Wisconsin's shorter northern growing season, giving transplants and seeds a nutrient-dense start. No additional amendments are needed, making it one of our most convenient bulk soil options.

Organic Compost

Available in a premium grade, this rich organic amendment is designed to improve both sandy and clay-heavy soils common across northeastern Wisconsin. Working it into existing beds builds microbial activity and improves water retention, supporting perennials, vegetables, and shrubs through cold winters and warm growing seasons.

Complete Your Outdoor Soil Project

The best Appleton beds combine all three. Soil for roots, mulch for moisture retention on silt loam ground, stone for edges. One delivery covers it.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Should I mix new soil with existing?

Yes—blend the top 4–6 inches where they meet. Sharp transitions create drainage problems. Integration prevents soggy layers.

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How do I fix sandy soil?

Work in lots of organic material: compost, manure, amended mixes. Sand loses water and nutrients quickly. Annual organics improve it.

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What soil for containers?

Potting mix specifically. Garden soil clogs and compacts in containers. Potted plants require the lighter, airier structure of potting mix.

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How do I fix clay soil?

Organics and gypsum help. Sand makes things worse. Add several inches of compost and work it into the top layer yearly.

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How do I prepare the area before adding soil?

Start by clearing vegetation, then break up compacted ground. With Appleton's silt loam, this integration step prevents water issues.

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Why is my soil compacting?

Several factors: walking, rain, lacking organics. Appleton's silt loam tends to compact. Compost yearly and stay off wet beds.

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Where will you drop the soil?

Where you want it. Select your drop spot at checkout and add notes about access or obstacles.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Appleton yards with native silt loam soil often need drainage amendments mixed into topsoil. Add sand to clay, compost to sand, and organic matter to both for best results with any soil type.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

In Appleton's humid continental climate, topsoil dries faster on slopes and south-facing beds than level or shaded areas. Plan irrigation and mulching accordingly for new plantings in these challenging areas.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Do not mix topsoil and mulch together thinking it creates better planting mix for beds. It does not work that way. Mulch belongs on top of soil as a surface layer, not mixed in.

The Unique Landscape of Appleton

When you’re planting in Appleton, good soil makes the difference between fighting the ground and getting it done. Around Appleton, If your yard has spots that stay soggy or bake dry, better soil structure can help. Use it for lawn patch prep, bed refreshes, and filling where old mulch was removed. Finish to a gentle grade and water it in to help it firm up naturally. With delivery, you can focus on grading and planting instead of hauling bags.